Physical Education / Sports Teacher - Saida

Project Background

The project “QALAM: Building Bridges to Safe, Inclusive, and Quality Education” aims to contribute to the qualitative improvement and inclusive modernization of the education sector in Lebanon, following the guidelines of the Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MEHE), with a specific focus on the most vulnerable areas of the governorates of Nabatieh and South Lebanon. It aims to enhance school learning environments to ensure safety and inclusiveness for school-aged boys and girls, teachers, parents, and caregivers, improving learning outcomes, school retention, and the socioemotional well-being of students, as well as strengthening the capacities of teachers in the areas of digitalization, inclusive education, first aid, and emergency response.

The project will directly benefit school-aged children and youth enrolled in seven public schools across Nabatieh and South Lebanon governorates. Children and youth (grades1-12) from sevenschools will engage in structured recreational, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), sports, arts, and robotics activities that promote well-being, inclusion, and school engagement. All children and youth in the seven schools will benefit from academic retention support in Arabic, English, Mathematics, and ICT aimed at improving learning outcomes and reducing dropout risks. Additionally, approximately 918 children (grades 1-6) will participate in social-emotional learning (SEL) and psychosocial support (PSS) activities, fostering resilience and emotional well-being.

The project also supports grade 12 students through intensive exam preparation, life skills training, and career counseling, facilitating their successful transition to higher education and future employment. In parallel, teachers and school staff will receive professional development in digital learning, inclusive education, social-emotional learning, and emergency preparedness, strengthening both teaching quality and the overall safety and inclusiveness of the school environment. Parents and caregivers will be involved through reactivated parents’ committees and community initiatives in all targeted schools, contributing to improved school-community collaboration and student retention.

Primary Purpose:

The Physical Education and Sports Teacher is responsible for planning and delivering engaging, inclusive, and age-appropriate physical education and sports activities that promote students' physical fitness, teamwork, well-being, and healthy lifestyles. The teacher creates a safe and supportive learning environment that encourages active participation, positive social interaction, and personal development among children and youth.

Task #1: Providing high-quality education for children and youth

• Plans, prepares, and delivers structured physical education lessons, sports sessions, and recreational activities tailored to the age and abilities of children;
• Promotes physical fitness, motor skills development, teamwork, leadership, and healthy lifestyles through sports and physical activities;
• Designs and adapts activities to ensure the participation and inclusion of all children, including those with diverse abilities and needs;
• Uses a variety of teaching and coaching methods to foster engagement, enjoyment, skill development, and positive behavior;
• Organizes and facilitates individual and team sports, games, tournaments, and recreational events;
• Ensures the safe use of sports equipment and facilities, and follows all health and safety procedures during activities;
• Monitors students’ participation, progress, and skill development, providing constructive feedback and encouragement;
• Encourages fair play, respect, cooperation, and positive social interactions among participants;
• Performs all tasks assigned within the scope of his/her role.

Task #2: Protection:

- Ensures the implementation of Amel’s Code of Conduct, Child protection policy, PSEAH standards and Safeguarding policies and procedures;

- Establishes classroom rules and procedures to maintain a safe, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment;

- Adopts positive discipline practices ensuring that children feel comfortable, safe, and respected;

- Oversees children and youth during activities;

- Supports the social worker/psychologist in engaging the community members in the children’s learning (communication skills);

- Supports the organization of any specific activities to respond to urgent needs;

Task #3: Monitoring & evaluation

- Reports the children results to the field officer on time.

- Monitors the attendance of the children daily.

Task #4: Coordination:

- Coordinates daily with the project’s team members to adopt the collective response to the children needs (coherent response with animator, social worker, psychologist, etc.);

- Attends and takes part in staff meetings;

- Ensures smooth referrals with the social worker/psychologist;

Task #5: Professional Development:

- Participates in internal and external professional development activities (20 training hours).

Qualifications, Requirements and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, Sports Sciences, Sports Coaching, or a related field;
• 3-4 years of teaching experience, preferably within an NGO setting
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Languages: Proficiency in Arabic and English.

Working Hours: 3-4 days a week, 3 hours a day, in addition to preparation hours, coordination meetings, events, etc.

Location: Saida/Shelters